City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
ADVERTISEMENT AND SOLICITATION OF BIDS
FOR IFB NO. 4.26 - CITY OF MOUNT VERNON FIRE
STATION APRON REHABILITATION (STATIONS 2 & 3)
Whereas, by correspondence dated May 19, 2026, the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Public Works requested authorization for the Department of Public Works and the Purchasing Department to advertise and solicit bids for IFB No. 4.26 - City of Mount Vernon Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation (Stations 2 & 3) in accordance with applicable City procurement policies and federal procurement requirements, which shall collectively be known as the “Authorization to Advertise IFB No. 4.26 - City of Mount Vernon Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation (Stations 2 & 3)”; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works has identified significant structural deterioration at the concrete apparatus aprons located at Fire Station No. 2, located at 435 South Fulton Avenue, and Fire Station No. 3, located at 50 West 3rd Street; and
Whereas, the existing apparatus aprons have experienced extensive cracking, spalling, settlement, and surface degradation due to age, weather exposure, and repeated heavy loading from fire apparatus operations, thereby creating operational and safety concerns for emergency personnel and apparatus deployment; and
Whereas, the proposed Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation Project will address the deteriorated conditions through the demolition and reconstruction of reinforced concrete apparatus aprons and associated site improvements at both facilities; and
Whereas, the proposed scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following improvements:
• Reconstruction of approximately 241.6 cubic yards of reinforced concrete apparatus apron pavement across both fire station locations;
• Installation of approximately 164.4 cubic yards of compacted gravel base;
• Replacement and repair of damaged sidewalks and pedestrian access areas;
• Installation of ADA-compliant curb ramps and accessibility improvements;
• Joint sealing, curb work, drainage restoration, and ancillary site restoration improvements; and
• Maintenance of uninterrupted fire station operations throughout construction; and
Whereas, in order to minimize disruption to emergency response operations, construction activities shall be completed utilizing a phased approach whereby one side of each apparatus apron shall remain operational at all times to ensure continuous apparatus access and uninterrupted fire station operations throughout the duration of the project; and
Whereas, funding for the project shall be provided through Urban Renewal Agency (URA) funds; and
Whereas, the procurement shall be publicly advertised as a competitive sealed Invitation for Bid (“IFB”) in accordance with the procurement policies of the City of Mount Vernon and all applicable federal requirements associated with URA funding; and
Whereas, the project shall be subject to all applicable federal procurement requirements, including Davis-Bacon prevailing wage compliance, Section 3 economic opportunity requirements, and Build America, Buy America (“BABA”) provisions; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works has recommended that the City Council authorize the advertisement and solicitation of bids for IFB No. 4.26 - City of Mount Vernon Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation (Stations 2 & 3) in order to maintain safe and reliable emergency response infrastructure and preserve the operational continuity of the City’s fire service facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Title. This Ordinance shall be known as the “Authorization to Advertise IFB No. 4.26 - City of Mount Vernon Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation (Stations 2 & 3).”
Section 2. Authorization to Advertise and Solicit Bids. The City Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works and the Purchasing Department to advertise and solicit bids for IFB No. 4.26 - City of Mount Vernon Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation (Stations 2 & 3) in accordance with applicable City procurement policies and federal procurement requirements.
Section 3. Project Scope. The authorized project shall include the demolition, reconstruction, and rehabilitation of apparatus aprons and associated site improvements at Fire Station No. 2 and Fire Station No. 3, including but not limited to reinforced concrete pavement reconstruction, gravel base installation, sidewalk and curb improvements, ADA accessibility upgrades, drainage restoration, joint sealing, and related ancillary improvements.
Section 4. Funding Source. Funding for the project shall be provided through Urban Renewal Agency (URA) funds and administered in accordance with all applicable federal regulations and funding requirements.
Section 5. Procurement Requirements. The solicitation and procurement process shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local procurement requirements, including but not limited to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, Section 3 economic opportunity provisions, and Build America, Buy America (BABA) compliance standards. The contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Section 6. Anticipated Solicitation Schedule. The anticipated solicitation schedule for the project shall be substantially as follows:
• Release Date: May 28, 2026
• Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: June 2, 2026
• Question Deadline: June 5, 2026
• Bid Submission Deadline: June 11, 2026
• Public Bid Opening: June 18, 2026
Section 7. Authorization of City Officials. The Mayor, Commissioner of Public Works, Purchasing Agent, Comptroller, and any other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized to take all actions necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Ordinance.
Section 8 Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council.